Most beloved Ma/Abei

It has been a year since we lost our dear Ma/Abei. We have been remembering her through the year, of course; during some poetry readings, or at some sudden thought. Here are some photos, and a poem (by Rumi) that we would like to share.

Photo credit: Elgin Kaku (Kabindra Narayan Deb)

A candle is made to become entirely flame.In that annihilating momentit has no shadow.

It is nothing but a tongue of lightdescribing a refuge.

Look at thisjust-finishing candle stubas someone who is finally safefrom virtue and vice,